Crop diversification in Philippine agriculture: Dominant crops and ASEAN comparisons
This piece explores how agricultural diversification is shaping the future of Philippine farming. Amid climate risks, price volatility, and development challenges, diverse cropping systems offer resilience, improved incomes, and food security. Drawing from 2023 FAO data, the article compares the Philippines with ASEAN neighbors to uncover key trends and the country’s progress in diversification. by